Linux Messaging Engineer

NO C2C. W2 ONLY. MUST WORK ONSITE 3 DAYS A WEEK IN IRVING, TX.

TEKsystems is currently looking for a Linux Messaging Engineer with SMTP/mail routing, RHEL and heavy scripting experience with Python, Perl or Shell. This position will be responsible for the daily messaging operations tasks, assigned to 24x7 on-call rotation as part of the enterprise UNIX Team.

• Strong OS experience with RHEL Linux systems.
• Strong scripting/development skills with Python, Perl, Shell.
• Experience with SMTP Email relaying and routing.
• Experience with Email Hygiene systems, including Anti-spam, Antivirus, Malware Prevention, and Data Loss Prevention
• Experience with monitoring technologies (SPLUNK,NAGIOS)
• Proven experience in problem identification, troubleshooting and resolution
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Execute processes in support of the IT infrastructure and resources required to plan for, develop, deliver and support IT services and products to meet the

needs of a business within required SLAs.

Manage and support Email Routing infrastructure applications on a day to day basis.

Installs, configures and troubleshoots Applications used to support Email Routing Infrastructure.

Monitor, measure, report and review current performance of application services and ensure availability and capacity meet business demand.

Facilitates the resolution (both reactive and proactive) of problems throughout the information system lifecycle, including classification, prioritization and

initiation of action. Documentation of root causes and implementation of remedies to prevent future incidents.

Collaborates effectively with their Architecture/Engineering peers for new initiative solution planning, testing/validation, complex troubleshooting, and

problem resolution

On-Call support responsibilities (coverage nights & weekends)

Experienced in Python, Power Shell, & other languages.

Networking basics.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Strong influencer, facilitator, and collaborator.

Detail oriented and organized.

Must be pro-active, enthusiastic, flexible, results driven with attention to detail.

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Motivation to achieve results and the ability to quickly integrate into teams.

Linux, Python, Perl, Shell, SMTP Email relaying and routing, Email Hygiene systems, including Anti-spam, Antivirus, Malware Prevention, Data Loss Prevention, monitoring technologies (SPLUNK,NAGIOS), and Networking basics

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

This is a hybrid position in Irving,TX.

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